Mitochondrial Phylogenomics Resolves the Global Spread of Higher Termites, Ecosystem Engineers of the Tropics
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DOI: 10.1093/molbev/msw253
Abstract: The higher termites (Termitidae) are keystone species and ecosystem engineers. They have exceptional biomass and play important roles in decomposition of dead plant matter, in soil manipulation, and as the primary food for many animals,… read more here.
Keywords: mitochondrial phylogenomics; phylogenomics resolves; ecosystem engineers; higher termites ... See more keywords
Widespread occurrence of asexual reproduction in higher termites of the Termes group (Termitidae: Termitinae)
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DOI: 10.1186/s12862-019-1459-3
Abstract: BackgroundA decade ago, the mixed reproductive strategy Asexual Queen Succession (AQS) was first described in termites. In AQS species, the workers, soldiers and dispersing reproductives are produced through sexual reproduction, while non-dispersing (neotenic) queens arise… read more here.
Keywords: reproduction; aqs; termes group; group ... See more keywords